Quality Control Technician

About The Company

We are a leading soup production facility dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe, and delicious products to our customers. Our team works with precision and attention to detail to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As a QA Technician, you will be responsible for monitoring and verifying production processes to ensure compliance with company policies and food safety regulations.

Schedule

11am-7:30pm – Due to the nature of our product, a part-time or seasonal schedule variance may be required during off-peak season.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Sampling, testing and recording product test results
• Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained
• Data Entry, downloading temp tales, tracking and interpretation
• Following QC Hold Procedures for out of specification products
• Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's)
• Support to maintain 6-S
• Equipment calibration and troubleshooting
• Perform environmental swabs
• Participate in driving continuous improvement
• Must notify lead or coordinator and manager with on any issue associated with production
• Monitor CCP records and frequencies
• Assist QA Manager and QA Coordinator in customer complaints investigations
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures including training relating to GMP's, Food Safety and regulatory compliance
• Complete Audits pertaining to Food Safety
• Documents Review
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency
• Demonstrate ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance
• Ensure Albertsons Companies policies, procedures, and workplace safety is adhered to
• Verify sanitation effectiveness programs directed by Quality Management
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Albertsons Companies quality standards and ensure that the products are within specification
• Maintain inventory on laboratory supplies
• Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety and Occupational Safety
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Prior experience in quality assurance, food safety, or a related field in a food manufacturing environment
• Minimum Bachelor's degree (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology or related science) (Preferred not required) or equivalent work experience
• HACCP certified, SQF Practitioner (Preferred not required)
• Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical and Organoleptic Testing
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral/written communication skills
• Good time Management and customer service oriented
• Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision
• Proficient in window-based PC and iPad programs
• Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance (Preferred not required)
• Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends as needed

Benefits

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.